Description
Delightful Air Fryer Fried Pickles are a crunchy, flavorful snack that combines the tanginess of pickles with a perfectly seasoned batter. This healthier version of fried pickles is quick to prepare and ideal for parties or late-night cravings. Using an air fryer allows you to enjoy crispy pickles without the guilt of excess oil, making them a delicious option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sliced dill pickles (thick-cut)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornmeal
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Drain the sliced dill pickles on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In one bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg until smooth.
- In a third bowl, mix cornmeal and panko breadcrumbs together.
- Dredge each pickle slice in the flour mixture, dip in the egg wash, and coat with the cornmeal-panko mix.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange breaded pickle slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy; flip halfway through cooking.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: approximately 5 fried pickles (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg